Deena Zaidi

Data & financial journalist covering global economics and policy

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Fed holds rates, warns inflation still above target as cuts remain cautious

Fed holds rates, warns inflation still above target as cuts remain cautious

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Banking and Finance, Basel- a base for Bank's international settlement, Basics of Basel, Inflation, Investment, United States of America, World economy, World Economy

The Federal Reserve’s latest projections show steady economic growth, persistent inflation above 2% and a slower path to interest rate cuts.

Who Holds U.S. Debt in 2025? Top Foreign Holders of U.S. Treasury Securities

Who Holds U.S. Debt in 2025? Top Foreign Holders of U.S. Treasury Securities

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in China, Europe, Graphs, Investment, Middle East, United States of America, World Economy, World economy

Foreign investors now hold more than $9 trillion in U.S. Treasurys, but growing purchases by advanced economies contrast with pullbacks by China and other emerging markets.

UPDATED: Tesla’s Market Volatility: Explained in two charts

UPDATED: Tesla’s Market Volatility: Explained in two charts

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Graphs, Markets, Politics & Policy, portfolio, Technology

Tesla’s stock is a fascinating case study—one that not only reflects traditional market forces but also captures the increasingly powerful influence of the CEO’s political leanings on investor’s confidence.

U.S. sees $151B in New Foreign Direct Investment in 2024 — Ireland and Canada Dominate

U.S. sees $151B in New Foreign Direct Investment in 2024 — Ireland and Canada Dominate

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Investment, United States of America, World Economy

New data shows foreign investment in the U.S. dropped in 2024 — but Ireland and Canada still led the way in both spending and job creation.